You Can Fight Your Speeding Ticket

Before you put that check in the mail to pay off your speeding ticket, it’s important for you to know that paying the fine is an automatic admission of guilt. Paying your ticket might not seem like a big deal, but do you realize what you are getting yourself into?

Speeding tickets rack up points on your driving record. Speeding ticket points can range from three to eleven in New York. The amount of points charged, depend on how far you were driving above the speed limit. For example, driving 1 to 10 mph over the limit will result in 3 points on your driving record, whereas, driving from 21 to 30 mph over the limit will cost you 6 points on your record. Excessive speeding, such as driving 85mph in a 45mph zone results in 11 points and a driver license suspension. In other words, that speeding ticket can inch you closer to losing your driving privileges.

Although speeding is dangerous, you might have a perfectly reasonable explanation. Perhaps the police officer refused to listen to your side of the story and gave you a ticket anyway. If you ran into a roadblock at your traffic stop, your New York traffic attorney might be able to better explain your situation to the Judge.

Advantages to Legal Representation

People’s reasons for fighting a speeding ticket vary. However, in every situation, hiring a traffic ticket attorney will greatly increase the chances of receiving a reduction in the charges against you. This is especially important when you already have points on your record and are at risk for a driver’s license suspension. Points add up, they cost time and money. If you have too many points within a certain period, your license will be suspended. Not to mention increased automobile insurance premiums. A New York speeding ticket lawyer from Gannes & Musico, LLP can save you time and money, and possibly reduce points. All the while we may be able to protect your license and your auto insurance. Our initial consultation is free, so you have nothing to lose. Contact an attorney from our firm today!

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